Return to Reading
Has it been a while since you spent time reading?
Have you had a break from reading and are looking to get back into it, but have no idea where to start?
Have you been studying and are finally able to pick up a book purely for enjoyment?
Are you in your teens or twenties and wanting to transition from Young Adult into Adult fiction?
We are here to help with our Return to Reading lists! We have carefully created lists of the most readable and enjoyable books in all kinds of genres just for you. Look no further for something to kickstart you back into reading!
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Reading lists
Return to Reading: Adventure
For those returning to reading, this list features fast-paced tales of daring quests, unforgettable characters, and high-stakes challenges.
Return to Reading: Horror
Dive into a chilling collection of horror fiction crafted for rediscovering the thrill of reading.
Return to Reading: Mystery
Accessible yet captivating, these books offer a thrilling escape - perfect for those rediscovering the excitement of mystery novels.
Return to Reading: Historical fiction
Explore forgotten worlds and experience pivotal moments in time, all while losing yourself in the drama of days gone by.
Return to Reading: Science fiction
These stories explore futuristic worlds, complex characters, and mind-bending twists that will keep you hooked from start to finish.
Return to Reading: Fantasy
Perfect for rediscovering the magic of reading, this collection offers thrilling worlds, complex characters, and high-stakes quests.
Return to Reading: General Fiction
With relatable characters and engaging plots, these stories explore themes like self-discovery, relationships, and navigating adulthood.
Return to Reading: Romance
Engaging and accessible, these books are ideal for readers looking to reconnect with the magic of love stories.
New Adult (18-24) Reading lists
Return to Reading: New Adult Sci-Fi
Dive into a thrilling sci-fi adventure where technology and humanity collide.
Return to Reading: New Adult Adventure
Discover a thrilling collection of adventure fiction designed to captivate and ignite your imagination.
Return to Reading: New Adult Horror
Dive into a chilling collection of horror fiction crafted for rediscovering the thrill of reading.
Return to Reading: New Adult Historical
Step into the past with this captivating collection of historical fiction, tailored for rediscovering the joy of reading.
Return to Reading: New Adult Fantasy
Embark on epic adventures with fantasy tales that ignite the imagination! Thrilling worlds, complex characters, and high-stakes quests.
Return to Reading: New Adult General Fiction
With relatable characters and engaging plots, these stories explore themes like self-discovery, relationships, and navigating adulthood.
Return to Reading: New Adult Mystery
With gripping plots, intriguing twists, and complex characters, these stories explore suspense, crime, and the thrill of solving puzzles.
Return to Reading: New Adult Romance
With heartfelt stories and relatable characters, these books explore love, relationships, and self-discovery.
Return to Reading: Reading tips from librarians
We've pulled together some tips and tricks that should help guide your reading choices if it's been a while between reads.
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